Gravity. What an effect it can have on aging skin. Unfortunately, a sagging jawline is no exception. Your jaw is one of the three areas gravity is constantly working against. Not to mention, our skin has already betrayed us by age 20 when it starts to thin. By the time we hit 40, we can start seeing wrinkles and sagging skin in the lower face. Around 50, we start losing bone, fat and muscle in the jaw area.

Minimally invasive procedures include things like a mini facelift, Kybella® injections, Botox®, or Smartlipo™. The recovery time for a minimally invasive procedure is usually far less than that needed for a cosmetic surgery operation. Let's look at some of the benefits of minimally invasive procedures.

A double chin can happen to anyone, no matter how healthy and active you are. An unfortunate side effect of gravity and sometimes genetics, the double chin is a despised feature that affects many people. You may notice it when you see photos of yourself, or feel that it makes you look older or heavier when you see it in the mirror each day.

When you think of a facelift, you may conjure up images of overtightened faces and a “pulled” look. Perhaps you dislike the sagging skin on your face and neck, and feel that gravity has taken its toll, but you just don’t think a facelift is for you.

A facelift is highly effective at reversing signs of aging and gravity, yet many people are hesitant to move forward due to having false perceptions about recovery. It’s true that most surgeries require more downtime than non-invasive procedures, but the results are often more powerful.

For this reason, the mini facelift has become a popular procedure. With a mini facelift, you enjoy the benefits of a traditional facelift with smaller, well-hidden incisions and less downtime. A mini facelift is often more affordable than a full facelift since less is involved with the procedure.

It’s an unfortunate reality that even the most attractive faces will experience the effects of age, sun exposure, and gravity. Not only can problems like lines and wrinkles make you look noticeably older, but many individuals also acquire sagging skin, loose muscles, and excess fat in the wrong areas (such as under your chin).

As you age, so does your face and skin. But what can you do about it? Over the years, doctors and skin care experts have found a number of treatments and procedures to help you look your age -- or younger.